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Youth Makers
Foundation Program

Business Skills for Young Creators — everything you need to turn your passion into a thriving business.

5 Workshops
2 Hours Each
Attend All or Drop In
Foundation Certificate
5Workshops
10+Hours of Learning
FlexibleAttend All or Drop In
🎓Certificate on Completion
About the Program

Built for Young Makers & Creators

Five comprehensive 2-hour workshops covering the essential foundations every small business owner needs to succeed — designed to fit around busy schedules. Attend all five for the full Foundation Program certificate, or drop in to the workshops you need most.

The Workshops

What You'll Learn

01
Getting Started — Making It Official
Perfect for: Anyone wanting to understand the legal side of selling their creations
  • Do I need an ABN? When and how to get one (with parent/guardian if under 18)
  • Simple record keeping: tracking what you make and sell
  • Understanding taxes in simple terms (and when parents need to be involved)
  • Insurance basics for market sellers
  • Creating professional receipts and invoices
  • Safety and regulations for different products (food, cosmetics, jewellery, etc.)
02
Pricing Your Creations
Perfect for: Anyone struggling to figure out what to charge
  • How to calculate what your products actually cost to make
  • Valuing your time and creativity (yes, your time is worth money!)
  • Adding in market fees, packaging, and other hidden costs
  • Researching what others charge (without copying them)
  • Setting prices that feel right and make profit
  • Bundle deals and special pricing for markets
  • When to offer discounts (and when not to)
  • Different pricing for markets vs. online sales
03
Creating Your Brand Identity
Perfect for: Anyone wanting to stand out and be memorable
  • What makes your creations unique? Finding your story
  • Choosing colours and styles that represent you
  • Creating a simple logo using free tools (Canva tutorial included)
  • Designing business cards on a budget
  • Instagram and TikTok branding basics
  • Making your market stall match your brand
  • Telling your maker story in an authentic way
  • Staying consistent across all platforms
04
Packaging & Market Stall Setup
Perfect for: Anyone wanting their products and stall to look amazing
  • Affordable packaging ideas for different products
  • What labels legally need to say (keeping it simple)
  • Special rules for food, cosmetics, and other regulated items
  • Eco-friendly packaging on a budget
  • Setting up an eye-catching market stall
  • Display ideas for jewellery, art, clothing, and crafts
  • Creating effective signage and price tags
  • Taking great product photos for Instagram and online
  • Seasonal packaging ideas (Christmas, birthdays, etc.)
  • Where to buy packaging supplies affordably
05
Growing Your Maker Business
Perfect for: Anyone ready to take their business to the next level
  • Getting feedback from customers (and actually using it)
  • Testing new product ideas before investing time and money
  • When to add new products vs. perfecting current ones
  • Seasonal products and limited editions
  • Scaling up: making more without burning out
  • Quality control as you grow
  • Social media strategies for young makers
  • Balancing school/study with your maker business
  • Building a customer base and keeping them coming back
  • Online selling options (Etsy, Instagram, etc.)
What to Expect

Practical, Hands-On & Made for You

Every workshop is designed to be real-world, interactive, and immediately useful — not death by PowerPoint.

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Small, Friendly Groups
Sessions are kept small so everyone gets support, can ask questions, and feels comfortable sharing their ideas.
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Practical from Minute One
No fluff — every workshop includes hands-on activities, real examples, and tools you can use the same day.
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Relevant to Young Makers
Everything is tailored to young people selling at markets, online, or just starting out — not generic business theory.
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Connect with Other Makers
Meet other young creators in your community, share ideas, and build a network of people who get what you're doing.
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Take-Home Resources
Walk away from every session with worksheets, templates, and checklists you can refer back to as your business grows.
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Foundation Certificate
Complete all five workshops and receive your Oz Biz Network Youth Makers Foundation Program certificate — something to be proud of.
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